Bloom Bonnet is worked back and forth from the front edge towards the back. Next, shape the back part. Then, the ties are worked, followed by the ruffle (if desired).

Size: (0-1 month) 1-3 months (3-6 months) 6-12 months (1-2 years) 2-3 years.

Fits head circumference: (36-38) 40-42 (42-44) 44-46 (46-48) 48-50 cm ((14.1-14.9) 15.7-16.5 (16.5-17.3) 17.3-18.1 (18.1-18.8) 18.8-19.6) in.

Gauge: approx. 23 sts and 32 rows = 10 x 10 cm (4 in) in stockinette stitch on 4 mm (US6) circular needles (after washing and blocking).
Approx. 9.5 cm (3.7 in) in main pattern on 4 mm (US6) circular needles (after washing and blocking).

Yarn: cotton yarn with a yardage of 165 m/50 g (180 yds/1.7 oz).
Possible substitutions: Drops Uni Color, Sandnes yarn duo, Drops Safran.

Totals used: (30) 30 (40) 50 (50) 60 g ((1) 1 (1.4) 1.7 (1.7) 2.1 oz).

Needles: 3.5 mm (US4) and 4 mm (US6) circular needles with cable length 40 cm (16 in); 3.5 mm (US4) double pointed needles.

Notions: 3 mm crochet hook, tapestry needle, scissors.